One could write a book about Ethan Gold’s eventful, unique life. The son of the “oldest living beatnik” novelist Herbert Gold and single mother Melissa Dilworth, brother of Ari Gold, the nuanced creative, songwriter and filmmaker has been making art all of his life, only taking a step back when dealing with a head injury. […]

We have written quite extensively about Cedric D in the past, yet it’s surely been a while, with the American producer and DJ missing from our pages since February 2024. We are now happy to welcome him back to the fold thanks to his latest effort, a stunning slice of deep house and laidback grooves, […]

‘No Regrets’ is a rather curious album. Playful, eclectic and uplifting, the record showcases all the rich artistry Tim Ainslie has to offer. Teaming up with a number of collaborators under the moniker Tim Ainslie & The Vibes, the British, Ipswich-based rocker crafts a vibrant body of work steeped in traditional blues and rock-n-roll elements, […]

Judging by his current musical output, the keen listener would probably be doubtful about Lockhart‘s past militance in the Texan synth-pop group Sphynx. Now navigating a rather eclectic brand of Americana, country, and veiled pop elements, the Austin-based musician and composer seems to have found a new lease of life, embracing songwriting and music-making with […]

One might say that there’s a stark contrast between Willa Mae’s fuzzy, hard-hitting guitar-packed sound and her relatable, personal and meaningful lyricism. Perhaps that’s how it feels to open yourself up to the world: it’s not an easy, vanilla-like endeavour. It’s instead a constant fight with your inner demons, looking for authenticity and honesty. ‘2 […]

Boasting millions of followers, Dax has slowly emerged as an alternative figure in the hip-hop world. It’s easy to see why listeners are attracted to his lyricism: the Wichita-based rapper often focuses on meaningful imagery and themes, looking at life from the perspective of a modern man, a perhaps flawed and honest being dealing with […]

The keen reader might recall a feature we did for Little Wasters not long ago. Writing about ‘I Want You (For Someone)’, we proudly declared it “raw, bold, and filled with heartfelt passion”, a statement that largely also serves to summarize the London-based group’s fierce artistry, steeped in roaring guitar tones, general fuzziness and a […]

Longing for connection and romantic partnership, ‘Race To You’ uses relatable storytelling and personal experience to evoke the feeling of coming home to a loved one. Make no mistake: such a poignant message is wrapped into a lighter, more electrifying sonic and melodic livery, with Close Drive’s signature buoyant indie-rock and dreamy guitar tones dominating […]

“We are all bonded by some sort of pain, to the point where it almost feels like companionship”. These are just some of the hard-hitting spoken words that open The Kountess’ latest effort ‘backstage nostalgia’. They carry a truly relatable message, playfully contrasting with the uplifting, vibrant synth-pop that follows them. Melancholia and nostalgia don’t […]

A few keen readers are likely to be at SXSW this week. If that’s the case, I have a tip-off for you. Gearing up for his South-By-Southwest debut (including four showcases, listed below), indie-rock voyager Foliage has recently released ‘One Side Waits While the Other Fakes’, a fine piece of darkwave-inspired, retro-flavoured goodness, all treated […]

A nugget of bubbly energy and uplifting character, ‘Fine Line’ is an absolutely potent and charismatic offering, a record showcasing Geepers! fresh and contemporary outlook. Hailing from Long Beach, the talented creative is responsible for writing and producing it, a considerable effort given the brilliant result. Blessing the track with his playful, enticing vocals, the […]

We have written rather extensively about Cris Cap. Hailing from Germany, the talented songwriter and composer possesses a particular gift for elegant and luscious pop and soul anthems, a quality that we find in his music over and over again. Usually, he teams up with a carefully chosen singer from around the world, creating an […]